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Study Notes

Barocco is a Portuguese word that means "irregularly shaped pearl".
The term signifies the highly ornamental and dramatic style that emerged in Europe in the 17th century.

Emphasis on movement and drama: Artists used dynamic compositions, swirling lines, and dramatic lighting to create a sense of emotional intensity.
Grandiose scale: Baroque works often featured large-scale paintings, sculptures, and architectural projects, designed to impress and inspire awe.
Use of elaborate decoration: Baroque art is characterized by intricate details, ornamentation, and a lavish use of materials, such as gold and marble.
Focus on illusionism: Artists employed techniques like chiaroscuro (strong contrasts of light and dark) and perspective to create a sense of depth and realism.
Emphasis on emotion and faith: Baroque art often depicted religious subjects with a strong emphasis on emotion and dramatic storytelling.

Catholic South: Artists focused on depicting themes related to Catholic dogma, such as martyrdom, miracles, and the lives of saints. They aimed to inspire faith and devotion in viewers.
Protestant North: Artists in the Protestant North favored depicting everyday life, biblical scenes, and portraits. They sought to promote moral virtue and piety through their art.

The Renaissance style is characterized by two principle components:
- Classical Revival: An interest in the art, literature, and philosophy of ancient Greece and Rome.
- Humanism: A focus on human potential and achievements, emphasizing the individual and their role in shaping the world.

Donatello's famous sculpture, Pieta, depicts the Virgin Mary holding the body of Christ after his crucifixion.
This work is considered a masterpiece of Renaissance art.

The Last Supper is a famous fresco by Leonardo da Vinci that depicts the final meal of Jesus with his disciples.
The painting is a representation of the Last Supper, not an idea of happiness.

Mona Lisa is the famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci depicting a woman known as Lisa Gherardini, wife of Francesco del Giocondo.
"Mona Lisa" translates to "My Lady Lisa" in Italian, not "Beautiful Gardener".
There is no historical evidence to support the notion that the "trio" in the painting refers to plants.

The Creation of Adam is a fresco by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel. It depicts the moment when God gives life to Adam, a scene inspired by the Book of Genesis.

The term "Penitent Mary Magdalene" refers to a period in Christian tradition after the biblical narrative of Mary Magdalene.
It reflects a different perspective on her character, portraying her as a figure of repentance and devotion.